Cross-cutting

Resources for Better Translation

Languages 20 mins

Introduction

Translation is a vital profession in an increasingly globalised world. Improving the translation skills is a continuous process which involves constant practice, learning and the use of useful resources. Continuous improvement is essential within the sector, and combining different resources will help you hone your skills over time. Thanks to Resources for Better Translation You will discover various resources that will help you become a professional translator. You will have the opportunity to acquire the knowledge you need to achieve harmony in your translations, choose specific technological resources and decide whether to opt for a literal or free translation.

Objectives

  • To familiarise yourself with different resources to translate more accurately.

  • To learn about the different strategies for ensuring the terminological consistency in translation.

  • Distinguish between machine translation y computer-assisted translation.

  • Distinguish between free and literal translation.

  • Learn how to select the best resources for a particular assignment.

  • Develop skills to critically assess the quality of the available resources.

Table of Contents

VIDEO LESSON 1. COMPUTER-ASSISTED TRANSLATION
VIDEO LESSON 2. LITERAL TRANSLATION OR FREE TRANSLATION
VIDEO LESSON 3. TERMINOLOGICAL CONSISTENCY IN TRANSLATION

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